Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 27 at 9:11AM EDT by NWS Jackson KY
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 27, 2026 - 6:11am
Expires:
June 27, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
At 911 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms over Shirley, or 11 miles northwest of McKee, moving
east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
McKee, Boone, Morrill, Threelinks, Turkey Foot, Kerby Knob, Maulden,
Mummie, Waneta, Privett, Bradshaw, Elian, Clover Bottom, Jinks,
Climax, Disputanta, Brazil, Hurley, Shirley, and Leighton.
THIS INCLUDES Interstate 75 in east central Kentucky between mile
markers 68 and 72.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Estill; Rockcastle; Jackson
Forcast Office:
NWS Jackson KY
Sender: